Some of the most prevalent forms of contemplative practice are designed to help the practitioner relax by calming the mind and body and/or develop concentration, the ability to focus attention for sustained periods. Both objectives are usually pursued by means of the same contemplative technologies, which are considered foundational.
Insight Timer
Resources from Insight Timer
CSC staff have created several different playlists of recommended Insight Timer recordings with annotated guides to the recordings included in each list. These playlists are grouped by general purpose or by type of practice or recording. Note that for ideal functionality, it is best to link to these resources via the Insight Timer app on your mobile device rather than through the Insight Timer website.
Insight Timer is an award-winning smartphone app and web portal featuring a meditation timer and one of the world’s largest repositories of guided meditations, music tracks, and other recorded and live events for relieving stress, improving sleep, coping with challenges, and addressing many other facets of well-being and flourishing.